As a licensed therapist in Illinois, I bring 16 years of dedicated experience supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My approach centers on compassionate, holistic care that honors each person's unique journey. I specialize in addressing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and life transitions with deep understanding and professional expertise.
My therapeutic work focuses on helping clients navigate difficult emotional terrain, including social anxiety, trauma recovery, self-love, and interpersonal dynamics. I'm particularly committed to supporting individuals through significant life changes, workplace challenges, and personal growth processes.
I create a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their experiences, develop healthier coping strategies, and reconnect with their inner strength. My practice is rooted in empathy, respect, and a genuine belief in each person's capacity for healing and transformation.
Professional experience
16 yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyRelationshipsTrauma, AbuseDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Stacie Billingsley. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Stacie was a tremendous help through an extremely difficult time in my life. She is caring, compassionate and committed. I am so grateful and thankful that we were matched. In the future if I feel the need for therapy again, she will be my choice number one.
Written on Sep 18, 2025 after therapy with Stacie for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She’s great!
Written on Sep 11, 2025 after therapy with Stacie for 2 years and 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and anger management
I only had one session but it was a good one.
Written on Sep 09, 2025 after therapy with Stacie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and career difficulties
Stacie is patient, kind and always available for her clients. I am grateful for matching with her. She has helped me during some dark moments. She’s become a good friend.
Written on Feb 27, 2024 after therapy with Stacie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Stacie has been really supportive and helpful.
Written on Jan 21, 2024 after therapy with Stacie for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
I've been working with Stacie for a while now, and I find her to be compassionate and professional and that our time is really helping me.
Written on Jan 11, 2023 after therapy with Stacie for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Stacie has been amazing working with me. She is always there for me and it is sad that schedules changed. Anyone that is assigned her is in good hands. Thank you!
Written on Dec 28, 2022 after therapy with Stacie for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and bipolar disorder
Stacie is uncannily receptive and supportive: she is patient, honest and authentic and she sees, understands and helps me when nobody else can. I always feel better after talking with her as she helps bring ease and space into my life.
Stacie is always present and has held space for me to be open and honest since day one. I couldn’t be more grateful.
Written on Dec 14, 2022 after therapy with Stacie for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Stacie has been absolutely amazing. We've been having sessions close to a year now, and she is a perfect match for my needs in a therapist. When I started with Stacie it was a lot of me just, "word barfing" and allowing myself to be vulnerable. Through the connection we made she was able to help me synthesize what I was thinking and feeling and lead me in a direction that would literally change my life for the better. It was a LOT of work to get to where I am today, my last session with Stacie, but she was there to support and guide me into a place where I feel confident, content, and loved by the people around me.
Be real, be vulnerable, be ready to put in some work, and Stacie can help you reflect in such a supportive and caring way.
LGBTQIA+ Friendly <3
Written on Nov 23, 2022 after therapy with Stacie for 9 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, lgbt, family conflicts, eating disorders, and self esteem
She is the best...
Written on Nov 14, 2022 after therapy with Stacie for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She's understanding and caring. You can tell she really is listening, and she cares about your well being
Written on Oct 07, 2022 after therapy with Stacie for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassio
I honestly and truly don’t know where I’d be without Stacie. Thank you so much
Written on Sep 18, 2022 after therapy with Stacie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
She is very understanding and helpful and she listens but also gives really good feedback
Written on Jul 28, 2022 after therapy with Stacie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Stacie is a great listener and helps guide you through your thoughts. I would highly recommend.
Written on May 26, 2022 after therapy with Stacie for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
In just a few sessions, Stacie has helped me tremendously. I feel so comfortable with her and she really understands my issues and has given me the tools and confidence to deal with them.
Written on Feb 16, 2022 after therapy with Stacie for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts
Stacie has just been fantastic. She is attentive and very easy to talk to. Paired with our sessions she also sends resources for work and reflection outside of Betterhelp.
Written on Feb 15, 2022 after therapy with Stacie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
She is great and will help.
Written on Dec 04, 2021 after therapy with Stacie for 2 years and 2 months
Stacie is compassionate, supportive, and well-versed in her craft.
Written on Nov 18, 2021 after therapy with Stacie for 2 weeks
I’ve only had 2 sessions so far but Stacie is very supportive and understanding. Answers my messages very quickly and takes time to get to know me. I would absolutely recommend Stacie to someone looking for help, especially for people who are like me, who are nervous about beginning therapy.
Written on Nov 04, 2021 after therapy with Stacie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and self esteem
Stacie is amazing! She is very patient with me and is very open minded. She is very mindful and aware of all the current situations.. i dunno the word for it but she is “woke” which I love!
Written on Oct 28, 2021 after therapy with Stacie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
shes awesome.
Written on Oct 26, 2021 after therapy with Stacie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Stacey is very supportive and caring.
Written on Oct 21, 2021 after therapy with Stacie for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Stacie is very easy to talk with. It’s like having a friend that can hear what’s on my mind without having to feel uneasy about the conversation.
Written on Oct 21, 2021 after therapy with Stacie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Stacie’s superpower is her ability to assess and respond with helpful, accurate information in an amazing real time! Clearly an experienced professional! Well done and thank you!
Written on Oct 08, 2021 after therapy with Stacie for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
I am so grateful for my wonderful therapist. She’s my best friend supporting me through my journey.
Written on Oct 08, 2021 after therapy with Stacie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and relationship issues
Amazing counselor!!
Written on Oct 08, 2021 after therapy with Stacie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Would definitely recommend Stacie to others! She’s very knowledgeable and flexible, adapts the sessions to my needs.
Written on Sep 21, 2020 after therapy with Stacie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
In the short time I have used Betterhelp Stacie has been a guiding light in my journey to become a better person. I came initially to discuss some relationship matters & anger management as well as some more delicate personal matters. Stacies support & encouragement has really enabled me to understand myself better, personal triggers that I was previously blissfully unaware of. I feel overall better equipped to handle my own anger & this has in turn enabled me to build a stronger more valuable relationship with my wife & family.
Written on Mar 13, 2020 after therapy with Stacie for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
She truly has helped me through a lot of issues I’ve had and made me into a better person. People in my life have commented on what an improvement they’ve seen. So I can’t thank her enough. She cares about me and makes me feel seen like no one else does. It means the world. Thank you.
Written on Feb 29, 2020 after therapy with Stacie for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Stacie is incredible! I love the way she challenges me so that I can dig deep down and find the answers I’m looking for inside myself. She’s very attentive and patient, even when I ramble on for minutes on end. I feel like we make progress every time we speak, whether that be via phone or messaging. I could not recommend Stacie enough and I am very grateful that she is the one helping me along my journey!
Written on Feb 25, 2020 after therapy with Stacie for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
13 years in the game, Stacie has the experience needed. She makes it so you feel you have the support you need to feel better for real. I feel more confident in who I am, and I am better with Stacie around to help me.
Written on Feb 12, 2020 after therapy with Stacie for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Been an amazing listener and supporter so far :)
Written on Nov 08, 2019 after therapy with Stacie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and self esteem
She is a great help! She is helping me through a difficult time.
Written on Oct 22, 2019 after therapy with Stacie for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coaching
Stacie is very competent and really works to understand the needs and struggles of her clients. She responds quickly to messages and journal entries, showing her commitment to her client's struggles.
She has a delightful personality and is easy to talk to. She has helped me see possibilities which before were obscured by my trauma. I can strongly recommend her to anyone who needs a safe, sane and bright beacon in a storm!
Written on Oct 02, 2019 after therapy with Stacie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and grief
Never having used this kind of format, I was a little ambivalent. I’m actually quite pleased with it, and feel I was well matched to my counselor. I appreciate the ease of at-home counseling.
Written on Sep 28, 2019 after therapy with Stacie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
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